Piston Automotive
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Overview This role is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of equipment to ensure reliable operation and safety on the production shop floor. The position involves performing regular, preventative, and predictive maintenance tasks, as well as light fabrication of miscellaneous items such as holding fixtures, brackets, and material handling devices. Routine repairs may include basic painting, simple carpentry, plumbing, and general facility maintenance. The individual receives and schedules their own work orders, effectively prioritizes and multitasks assignments, and strictly follows standard safety procedures while promptly reporting any hazards to supervisors. Additionally, the role includes troubleshooting, program editing, and repairing PLC controls and communications systems, as well as addressing issues with Vision Inspection Systems and DC Torque Control Systems. The technician collaborates with the Production IT department to support smooth system performance and enhancements, installs and maintains secondary high and low voltage electrical systems, and assists with mechanical installations as directed. Flexibility to work overtime during emergencies or advantageous off‑hours is required, and other duties may be assigned as needed.
Why Piston Automotive
Competitive Wages
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Medical & Rx Plans
Dental & Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Life & Disability Coverage
401K with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Vehicle and Product Discounts
Responsibilities
Inspect, maintain and repair equipment
Perform and follow through on regular, preventative and predictive maintenance of equipment
Light fabrication of miscellaneous items for the production shop floor (i.e., holding fixtures, brackets and material handling items)
Repair work includes basic painting, simple carpentry, routine plumbing repairs and routine or special facility maintenance functions
Receive work orders and schedule own assignments
Effectively multitask and prioritize work
Follow standard safety procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards and report them to the appropriate supervisor immediately
May be required to work overtime in emergency situations or when it would be advantageous to perform tasks at a time other than regular hours
All PLC controls and communications functions, including troubleshooting, program editing and repairs
Troubleshooting and repairs of Vision Inspection Systems
Troubleshooting and repairs of DC Torque Control Systems
Interface with Production IT department to ensure smooth system performance and enhancements
Install, maintain and troubleshoot secondary high and low voltage electrical systems
Provide assistance to mechanical installations as directed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and/or six or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of general building maintenance and repair
Sufficient mechanical knowledge and experience to identify and correct mechanical malfunctions
Proficient in electrical repair and machinery installation
Proficient with High Voltage Electrical Safety and associated Arc Flash requirements
Knowledge of HVAC systems and plumbing
Ability to recognize operational inconsistencies and hazards in the workplace and display proper judgment in responding to them
Ability to read and comprehend instructional manuals, vendor manuals, technical data and work orders
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
Ability to perform tasks or functions completely with minimal supervision
Ability to operate in a team-oriented environment
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor
Complete understanding of Plant electrical systems, including DC Voltage and AC Voltage 24 V to 480 V.
Proficiency in electrical installations with conduit and wiring practices.
Experience using sensing and control devices
Support follow and support the Lock Out /Tag Out program.
Proficient with PLC troubleshooting, programming and communications using the following software: RS Loqix 500 & RS Loqix 5000, RS View & RS Panelbuilder
Proficient with Vision System troubleshooting, programming and communications using the following software: Cognex Insite Explorer, Cognex and may include others depending on equipment
Experience with standard office computing systems including Word, Office, Excel, and internet browsers.
Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at pistongrouptalent@pistongroup.com.
We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Manufacturing and Production
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Overview This role is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of equipment to ensure reliable operation and safety on the production shop floor. The position involves performing regular, preventative, and predictive maintenance tasks, as well as light fabrication of miscellaneous items such as holding fixtures, brackets, and material handling devices. Routine repairs may include basic painting, simple carpentry, plumbing, and general facility maintenance. The individual receives and schedules their own work orders, effectively prioritizes and multitasks assignments, and strictly follows standard safety procedures while promptly reporting any hazards to supervisors. Additionally, the role includes troubleshooting, program editing, and repairing PLC controls and communications systems, as well as addressing issues with Vision Inspection Systems and DC Torque Control Systems. The technician collaborates with the Production IT department to support smooth system performance and enhancements, installs and maintains secondary high and low voltage electrical systems, and assists with mechanical installations as directed. Flexibility to work overtime during emergencies or advantageous off‑hours is required, and other duties may be assigned as needed.
Why Piston Automotive
Competitive Wages
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Medical & Rx Plans
Dental & Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Life & Disability Coverage
401K with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Vehicle and Product Discounts
Responsibilities
Inspect, maintain and repair equipment
Perform and follow through on regular, preventative and predictive maintenance of equipment
Light fabrication of miscellaneous items for the production shop floor (i.e., holding fixtures, brackets and material handling items)
Repair work includes basic painting, simple carpentry, routine plumbing repairs and routine or special facility maintenance functions
Receive work orders and schedule own assignments
Effectively multitask and prioritize work
Follow standard safety procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards and report them to the appropriate supervisor immediately
May be required to work overtime in emergency situations or when it would be advantageous to perform tasks at a time other than regular hours
All PLC controls and communications functions, including troubleshooting, program editing and repairs
Troubleshooting and repairs of Vision Inspection Systems
Troubleshooting and repairs of DC Torque Control Systems
Interface with Production IT department to ensure smooth system performance and enhancements
Install, maintain and troubleshoot secondary high and low voltage electrical systems
Provide assistance to mechanical installations as directed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and/or six or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of general building maintenance and repair
Sufficient mechanical knowledge and experience to identify and correct mechanical malfunctions
Proficient in electrical repair and machinery installation
Proficient with High Voltage Electrical Safety and associated Arc Flash requirements
Knowledge of HVAC systems and plumbing
Ability to recognize operational inconsistencies and hazards in the workplace and display proper judgment in responding to them
Ability to read and comprehend instructional manuals, vendor manuals, technical data and work orders
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
Ability to perform tasks or functions completely with minimal supervision
Ability to operate in a team-oriented environment
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor
Complete understanding of Plant electrical systems, including DC Voltage and AC Voltage 24 V to 480 V.
Proficiency in electrical installations with conduit and wiring practices.
Experience using sensing and control devices
Support follow and support the Lock Out /Tag Out program.
Proficient with PLC troubleshooting, programming and communications using the following software: RS Loqix 500 & RS Loqix 5000, RS View & RS Panelbuilder
Proficient with Vision System troubleshooting, programming and communications using the following software: Cognex Insite Explorer, Cognex and may include others depending on equipment
Experience with standard office computing systems including Word, Office, Excel, and internet browsers.
Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at pistongrouptalent@pistongroup.com.
We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Manufacturing and Production
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